130k cigarettes, 1600 vapes, five closures: Latest tobacco crackdown
In a huge crackdown on illegal tobacco and vaping products, five unlicensed tobacconists have been shut down and massive amounts of illicit goods have been seized.
Community
60 beds, 16 units: Greenlight given for new private hospital
After years of setbacks, the Riverside Private Hospital project in West Mackay has received first approvals from council with several conditions. SEE THE PLANS.
Hiss-terical pool drama: Brown snake shocks swimmers
Swimmers at Queensland pool were taken by surprise when a sunbathing serpent decided to have a go at a 100m freestyle sprint. SEE THE VIDEO.
Future of wind farm in doubt as MP calls for cancellation
A billion dollar Qld renewables development is in jeopardy after hundreds of public submissions have expressed their opposition.
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$3.5m, 14 new jobs: Six St Vinnie’s units slated for CBD
New jobs and housing are coming to Mackay as council approves new development and support for St Vincent De Paul, promising to alleviate the housing shortage and care for vulnerable residents. SEE THE PLANS.
Bruce Hway lanes reopen after two trucks crash
Lanes have reopened after paramedics rushed to a two-truck crash on the Bruce Highway north of Mackay. UPDATES
My First Year 2025: Mackay, Whitsunday, Isaac
From Moranbah and Cannonvale, Mackay and Proserpine prep is a big first step for kids. See all the bright and happy faces.
‘Get it right’: Mayor calls for leadership in mining town struggle
The future of a Bowen Basin community once again hangs in the balance after QCoal’s workforce move is delayed to 2026, prompting calls for action from the region’s former mayor.
$41m precinct set to power Bowen Basin’s future
The Bowen Basin is set for a future of innovation and jobs with work underway on a $41m industrial precinct aimed at training, tech, and next-gen industries.
Boy flown to Townsville after hit by car
A young Mackay boy was flown to Townsville overnight after receiving life-threatening injuries when he was hit by a car. LATEST.
BBQ, karaoke: Inside CBD’s newest restaurant
Weeks after the first sign went up, more information has been revealed about a new restaurant aiming to bring a variety of Japanese cuisine, BBQ and karaoke to the CBD. SEE THE FIRST LOOK.
‘At a low point’: Miner becomes meth middleman
A Mackay miner struggling with the collapse of his second marriage turned to drugs to cope with the pain, ultimately becoming the middleman in a meth deal.
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